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for Jacob D. Dones
Priscilla Rojas
August 21, 2020
Hello again. I am J.J.'s sister. On behalf of our mother (Rosa Doñes), sister (Jessica Ramirez), brother (Daniel Doñes), bother (Jason Doñes) and myself; thank you. Thank you for thinking of him and posting on his guest book. Thank you for thinking and praying for our family and our extended family.
J.J is greatly missed and still loved. We think of him often. It's amazing to know he touched many lives and made such a great impact during his time here on earth. We know he watches over everyone from heaven with our dad, Danny Doñes and every family member we've lost thus far.
We appreciate all the pictures and stories shared of J.J.
Once again, Thank you so much. We all appreciate your kindness.
If you would like to contact us, you can do so via this email: [email protected]
Priscilla Doñes Rojas
Marc Dougherty
May 22, 2019
Miss you Dones....
Tosh Lancaster
August 3, 2018
I miss you, brother. Hit as a tough gig for us. I still think of the long hours we spent together in the Bradley on Route Tampa; you always had some funny stories to pass the time. I think of you often and wish you were here.
Melinda Moreno
May 28, 2018
Youre heavy on my heart today! We miss and love you so much!
Erica
February 11, 2018
I still think of you every single day. It never gets easier. I am so lucky to have known such a great person. I hold each memory of you close to my heart.
Susan Parker
October 3, 2017
U.S. Congressman Trent Kelly served with SGT Dones in Iraq. He would like to honor him as he has other soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice. Will someone from the family please contact our office? Our number is (662) 841-8808. Congressman Kelly is a Colonel in the Mississippi Army National Guard. Thank you
Charlie Gili
April 26, 2017
Hello,
We would like to express our deepest condolences and also let the Dones Family and friends know that we will be sending Care Packages to deployed troops this week and we'll be dedicating several of these to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo and the hometown of Jacob D. Dones US Army Sergeant. We realize that this is a small tribute, but we do this with all respect and sincerity and we want you to know that it is made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals from across the American youth hockey community. We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you safe and strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of the US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign
October 20, 2016
it's been 11 years today and even though i was so young when you passed i remember how hard i cried finding out you were gone. my heart is so terribly heavy right now. i'm missing you so much.
Jessica Williams
October 20, 2015
It's been 10 years without you and its still hard to cope. Wish I had my friend to talk to still. But your in a better place in the army of the lord. I really miss you and I think of you daily as all small simple reminders happen in my everyday life. I will always and forever cherish those memories to keep you alive in myself. Thanks for being there when I needed it the most.... All your funny comments on everything we went through at my grandma Lidia's. Damn how time flies huh? Love you forever and always. Your beloved cousin Jessica Nicole Williams
Mariano Matos
July 5, 2015
Miss u brother until we meet again.. gone but never forgotten
Margarita Hernandez
May 22, 2015
I check your guest book almost every week.
Love you we all miss you very much
Robin Armstead
April 6, 2014
Priscilla,
Please contact me as I would like to send you a free quilt (Home of the Brave Quilt Project) in honor of your brother Jacob.
October 8, 2012
Nearly 7 years since Jacob's passing and he is still remembered, respected and honored.
October 8, 2012
I Still miss you terribly!
Peggy Childers
October 20, 2011
To the family and friends of Sgt. Jacob D. Dones:
Please accept my remembrance of Jacob on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
SUZANNE DOÑES
October 17, 2011
I WAS THINKING THAT UR ENJOYING HAVING UR DAD REUNITED W U. I'M SO HAPPY THAT HE'S IN A BETTER PLACE AND WE MISS YA DEARLY. RIP DOÑES FAMILY!!! LUBB YA LOADS!!!!
Daniella Oltivero
October 11, 2011
You are always in my heart primo.! I love you and miss you so much.! There isn't a day that I don't think of you.!
SUZANNE DOÑES
September 20, 2011
I'M ALWAYS THINKING OF U AND I MISS U SO MUCH. SOMETIMES I FEEL UR HERE W ME BUT MAN IT'S SO HARD. I LUBB U SO MUCH BRO AND WE WILL B REUNITED SOMEDAY RIP SGT JJ DOÑES
Janel Beecher
September 19, 2011
My heart is heavy today!! Thinking about you more than ever!! Love you so much!!
Diana Puga
June 25, 2011
JJ, I think of you often! I think of the night I spent with you n Bubba, you guys enjoying life singing some Ramon Ayala and Solido songs! =) I miss your smiling face! I like to come every once in a while and read what people have written about you! I sometimes cry when I listen to certain songs that remind me of you! We didn't know each other for very long before we became close friends! I miss you JJ!
Love you always,
Diana
Priscilla Dones Rojas
May 30, 2011
Thinking of you, not only today, but everyday...miss you and love you.
Nick and Jennifer Salinas
May 30, 2011
Hi my name is Jennifer Salinas. Nicholas Sandoval Salinas wife. Even though I never got to meet him,I feel as if he is apart of me since Nicholas speaks of him all the time. Every year for Memorial Day we go put flowers and a flag for Jacob to honor him. Today is the first year we will miss doing that since I have been sick and have had several surgeries.Today we salute you and honor you for fighting for our FREEDOM and for what is right in our country! You are truly an amazing person and you are never forgotten! Thank You!
Elizabeth Nunez
January 17, 2011
I served with JJ for a few days while I was on election duty in Hit, Iraq. He was one of the soldiers providing security for the elections and I was one of four female Marines there to search female Iraqis who came to vote. I just want to say to his friends and family that it was an honor to know him for those few days. I didn't find out that he passed away until December of 2005. I actually sent him several letters after the day I last saw him, which was October 19th 2005. He was a great guy and kept all of us laughing and helped us to not be afraid. I still cry when I think about him and what a shining light he was to all of us on the election team. I had one of our F-18 pilots fly an American flag in their jet over the city of Hit before we left Iraq. I hope that his family got it. I just want to let you all know what a help Jake was to me while I was out there. I will never forget him.
Reginald Pippin
December 31, 2010
Miss you Dones.....Take Care
SGT Reginald Pippin
yolanda sandoval
December 4, 2010
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
BBQ in IRAQ
Scott BEck
November 11, 2010
Scott Beck
November 11, 2010
Dones,
You are greatly missed buddy!
SFC(P) "Retired" BECK
Peggy Childers
October 20, 2010
To the family and friends of Sgt. Jacob D. Dones:
Remembering Jacob on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Cristinia Paiz
October 19, 2010
JJ was a fun and very outgoing person, And yes always smiling!! He is missed dearly and will remain in our hearts forever!! We honor you, Hero!!
mari pena
October 18, 2010
u will be missed ur lyk my family i will never 4gt u i will always luv u n ur family
RoseMary Patterson
October 18, 2010
SGT Jacob "JJ" Dones
United States Armed Forces
Always and Forever in our hearts..
Love & Miss You Cuz
Joann Pena
October 18, 2010
We honor our HEro..!
Ed Harris
October 18, 2010
Thank God for our troops. You are in our prayers.
Cecilia Rodriguez
October 18, 2010
Now in God's hands forever in our hearts! You will never be forgotten!
Dana Nelson
October 18, 2010
Sgt Jacob Dones served and lived the ulitmate purpose of a soldier. We ae proud. We are humbled. We are awed.
Cecilia Rodriguez
October 18, 2010
Now in God's hands forever in our hearts! Never Forgotten!!
Noemy Martinez
October 18, 2010
I can't believe it's going to be 5 years already. You are greatly missed JJ!
SUZANNE DONES
October 18, 2010
ULL ALWAYS WILL B IN OUR HEARTS AND SPIRITS AND SOME DAY WE WILL B REUNITED. I LUV AND MISS U PRIMO/BRO. RIP SGT JJ!
Mario Matos
July 23, 2010
I will never forget my brother. I'm still planning that trip to demmitt to visit your home. By the way I lost contact with your brother, so if your reading this write. Your brother was my brother in arms and I'll never forget him. Laters.
Chris Back Torres
June 30, 2010
I will never forget his smile. Every time go to Dimmitt to visit my mom I stop and pay a visit to him. His sister and I were best friends, so I was close to JJ to. He is greatly missed.
SSG Saul Medrano
February 23, 2010
Hey bro, you are greatly missed between friends and comrades. I never got to serve right along side of you but i did serve at the same time u did. I still continue to serve and will always remember you. Until we meet again.
Belinda
January 28, 2010
Hey spider monkey, I miss you and still think of you when I see all the soldiers anywhere I am. I just want to say that I was proud of you when you took that big step in growing up and up til this day I still am proud of you. No matter what you will always be my little cuz. God Bless You.
Terry Smothermon
November 26, 2009
Charley Mike, Trooper!!!
October 20, 2009
It is now 4 years later and again I continue to check your guest book for any new entries. You are still being "MISSED" & I can't wait till we join you. "THANKS" to all that have signed JJ's guest book. "May God Bless ALL our SOLDIERS" & everyone.
Love you dearly,
your proud Great-Aunt
(Tia) Marty
daniella
October 12, 2009
JJ,
i love you and miss you every day!! love your litttle cuzin kiwi
Fonda Ells
September 9, 2009
Dear Jacob.
Bless you! I know you are in good hands. Thank you. I know how sad it is for the family left behind, but I also know that you look over them every day. Bless our soldiers, we love and pray for all. I sleep at night because of men such as your self. I pray all will come to peace, and our men and women come home. God bless all of you, and the family left behind.
God bless you, and God bless America.
Fonda Ells
Priscilla Rojas
August 29, 2009
J.J.,
I love you and miss you dearly everyday.
Your Little sister,
Priscilla
Daniel Donez
August 19, 2009
To the Family of SGT.Jacob D.Dones,My prayers are with your family,I will also mourn with you of the loss of my Bothers and Sisters who have served with me, I also am serving in Iraq this present day,, I will never Forget the Fallen who has made it better for Me and my Family.
God Bless the Dones Family and All the Men and Women in the US Armed Forces
Respectfully,
SSG Donez,Daniel
US Army
Kenna Larra
May 25, 2009
”Honor and Remember” - “Project Compassion” We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families of our fallen heroes. War does not discriminate – It breaks our hearts to see the faces of the fallen. We want to give this gift to you. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Over 1,450 portraits have been completed and shipped to the parents and or spouse - at no cost as this is a gift from one American to another!
Contact us directly at [email protected] or go to www.heropaintings.com . If you have already had a portrait completed, we pray that you are enjoying the portrait and God Bless You.
Sincerely and Respectfully,
Kenna
Ginger Dones-Hernandez
October 26, 2008
JJ,
You will never be forgotten! We miss you!
Sgt. J.J. Dones headstone can be seen in Dimmitt, TX (one of a kind)
October 25, 2008
Sgt. J.J. Dones (drawn by his father - Danny Dones)
October 25, 2008
Martina Dones
October 25, 2008
It has been 3 years now and not a day goes by that I don't check your guest book for new entries. I still "MISS YOU" & shed tears as I read the entries but I know you are in a better place of which someday I will join you & the rest of the family.
To those who have signed my great-nephew's guest book, I "THANK YOU" from the bottom of my heart & "May God Bless" each & everyone of you & hope to hear from you (via e-mail or so).
Love you,
your proud Great-Aunt
(Tia) Marty
Peggy Childers
October 23, 2008
To the family of Sgt. Jacob D. Dones:
Jacob gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
In Memory of Jacob ~ (Debra Estep)
October 20, 2008
Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.
The Wind on The Downs
“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”
(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )
Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….
“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”
I did not know Jacob, but I am remembering
his service and sacrifice. He is my hero. !
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
The Other Side
i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.
can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.
i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side
the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)
“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008
The Other Side –
(To hear the song)
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Proud Air Force MIL SrA Dana – Randolph AFB
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
JOE ALVAREZ
August 22, 2008
JJ IS A HERO & WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN GOD BLESS HIM
Terry Henderson
August 20, 2008
August 20, 2008
Dear Family and Friends of Sergeant Jacob Dones. I wanted you to know that today I ran a mile in memory of Jacob. While running I held you up in my prayers that your memories of Jacob may be sweet and that your comfort and peace grow with each passing day.
I look forward to the day when all of us will have the chance to be with and hug our loved ones again in heaven.
God Bless and keep you,
No Worries,
Terry Henderson
mom, CW2 Miles Henderson
KIA 06 Nov 06 Balad Iraq
Phil 4:6-10
Nancy Quiroz
July 24, 2008
I love you and miss you.... God bless and I'll see you soon
May 11, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Sgt Dones!
Julia Donez
April 28, 2008
Thank you, Sgt. Dones for the great sacrificed you offered for our freedom. My consolences & prayers to the family. (This was sent to me to see if we in some way are relatives. My last name is Donez & would appreciate it if someone in the family could contact me) Sister Julia Donez, MJMJ
The men of 3rd platoon H co 2-11 ACR at JJ memorial in Al Hit, Iraq
mariano matos
January 28, 2008
I had the honor of being JJ's squadleader and good friend in Iraq. Just to let yoy know alittle about JJ, he volunteered to go on a dangerous mission with me in order for married soldiers to not have to go. JJ and I spent many of times remembering the "good life" back home and songs from Ramon Ayla. JJ you're one of a kind and I will ware your memorial barcelt till the day I die. I love you man, till the day we meet again......... Gone but never forgotten...BLCKHORSE 2-11ACER
Miguel Neri
January 23, 2008
Sgt. Jacob Dones, It's been a couple of years now since you passed and it still feels like yesterday. Ever since you passed away I've been feeling guilty about a phone call I recieved from you that I didn't answer, I am sorry. I didn't pay much attention then but as I later found out that wasnt no ordinary call. My mother called me about 3 weeks later and said you had stop to visit her in Dimmitt and she also said you had tried to contact me and talk to me about re-enlisting in the Army. By the time I tried to call you it was to late you had already signed and on your way back to Iraq. Man I wish I could've talk to you before that just 1 last chat, I wish I would had answer that phone call. Now only memories fill our hearts, your gone but are not forgotten. Stay up kid one day we will all reunite, peace.
August 16, 2007
There is nothing that I can say or do to take away the pain or bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer you and your family my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.
Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.
I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON, a dear family friend who joined the Army with three other friends, one of whom is my son (Le Ron was killed in action on 07/06/07 at the age of 18) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.
REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)
July 23, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Sgt Dones and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Victoria Sanchez
January 23, 2007
I didnt know him personally but talked on the phone once....i knew his family....sorry for your loss. You will be in our hearts forever. Rest In Peace JJ.
Garnet Jenkins
October 20, 2006
Paying tribute to this Fine Young Soldier, Sgt. Jacob D. Dones, on this first anniversary of the day he gave his life for our Country, with a Great Amount of Thanks for his courage, service and dedication to our Country and for Freedom.
May Jacob rest, in the Loving Care of God and know that he Truly is an American Hero.
May God's Grace and Comfort continue to be with the Dones family.
Those who Made the Ultimate Sacrifice, So Many and So Young, shall NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
My brother among them. KIA-Vietnam 1967.
Hoping you continue to feel the thoughts of caring and support that surround you each day, as this Country remembers someone very precious to you, who is a Hero to all of us.
I am deeply sorry for your loss.
"I will lift up my eyes to the hills-
from whence comes my help?
My help comes from the Lord,
Who made heaven and earth."
Psalm 121:1-2
Natasha Williams
September 10, 2006
I will always remember JJ. God Bless.
Tasha Williams
ROBYN GARSIDE
May 30, 2006
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES. PLEASE KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE AND YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE ON FOR THE LITTLE ONE. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. STAY STRONG AND GODSPEED. SEMPER FI
A PROUD MARINE MOM
You are our hero and our best friend this is the way you will be remembered
April 30, 2006
Jesica Villarreal
April 30, 2006
JJ is like family to us. I had the honor of knowing here at Ft Irwin. He could always make us laugh no mater what mood we were in. You will be greatly misssed but we love you and you will live forever with in our hearts and in that of our son Drew.
jeremy madrid
March 22, 2006
hey little brother my heart sank to the floor to find out such terriable news. My heart goes out to your family i'll always remember the times me you and cura spent together in Iraq the first time for we are "dirty first"
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
January 24, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Dones family in the loss of Jacob. I did not know Jacob, but my heart is broken and I am sadden for your loss of such a young man and hero. May God bring you peace in your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers.
I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.
Love and Peace
Tom
To live in the hearts
of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~
Spc.Ricardo Torres
January 22, 2006
I miss u man. It hurts that your gone but knowing that u are in a better place eases the pain a bit. May the lord bless u and your family. Love u And you are always in my thoughts and preyers.
Vangi & McKaLyne Lunsford
January 21, 2006
Psalm 23
1
The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not be in want.
2
He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters,
3
He restores my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake.
4
Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.
5
You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.
6
Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.
This is a verse that I have found to be comforting to me during my husbands death. Remember that when it seems that no one else is round, God is still there with you! And he will be your rock!
My daughter,McKaLyne, and I send our heartfelt sympathy for your loss! God Bless this warrior, God Bless those whom serve freedom's cause! They are our true HERO's!!!!
Also, the Moving Tribute is was beautiful! Cherish those memories forever!
If you need anything, please feel free to contact me!!!
Wife & Daughter of the Late
Sgt. Audrey Daron Lunsford
KIA May 23, 2005
SSG Joe&Leticia Juarez
November 27, 2005
First of all I want to thank each and everyone of you for keeping the family in your prayers.
My family is very proud of JJ and what JJ stood for.He was a very honest,loyal,loving man to both his family and his country.This hero can rest a sure knowing that he will never be forgotten.
We love you and miss you very much!
PS. Til we meet again
Your uncle & aunt
Priscilla Dones Rojas
November 22, 2005
Hi,I just wanted to tell all the soldiers that served with my brother thank you, thank you for being there for him when we couldn't. Thank you for writing and letting us know what type of person he was with all of you, his friends. I miss him so much; more than anything in the world; I know you will too. I would greatly appreciate it if you could e-mail me any pictures or stories of J.J. Once again, Thank you so much. I would also like to say thankyou to everyone who has helped us with our loss. Thank you greatly. We all appreciate your kindness.
[email protected]
Kevin Averre
November 21, 2005
I had the honor of serving with Jacob at Ft. Carson, CO and in Iraq. In all the things I have read that his family has written about him, I wholeheartedly have to agree, that guy was smiling all the time! He was a great person and friend, and I have never met anyone that could throw a grenade as far as he could. Our squad joked he would be carrying all the grenades when we got into Iraq. Jacob also had an iron will. When times were tough it never seemed to bother him. He'd spend those times cheering everyone else up. So long man, you will be missed. Please, to his family and friends let me share the photos I took of Jacob. feel free to email me and I will send them to you.
Jim Holt
November 19, 2005
I didn't know JJ in the real world, but as a Vietnam Veteran of the 11th ACR in 67-68 I know what he stood for and why he was serving his country.
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to all his family and friends. Since I live close to his home, if there is anything I can do to help the family Plase let me know.
Allons,
Janel Beecher
November 9, 2005
On behalf of Sgt. Jacob "J.J." Doñes family. We would like to express many heartfelt thank you's for all the phone calls, prayers, and acknowledgements for our devastating loss of our beloved J.J.. We have acknowledged that he was doing a noble thing by serving our country and trying to preserve all the freedoms we hold so dear. Our family knows that we are being lifted up by all your prayers and that God will bring us comfort and understanding. Thank You!!
Walter Padilla
November 8, 2005
Sgt. Jacob Dones was my driver during his first tour in Iraq. He always wanted to get the job done and never let me down. I miss him like I miss my own blood, because he became my blood over time. I will never forget his smile or his laugh. We all liked having JJ around, and he spoke so highly of his family back home. My deepest sympathies go out to his family. I will never forget you brother.
Jolene Vereecke
November 8, 2005
I teach first grade in Higginsville, Mo (Adam Beck's hometown). Last year my class was fortunate to be able to write to Sgt. Dones. He was a fine example for my students. They were proud to be writing to someone that was fighting for freedom. My condolences to all who knew and loved Jacob.
Alex Beck
November 5, 2005
If you do not know me i am Pfc. Adam Beck's little brother. DOnes Adam said was always the one that showed Adam aroud in California and was the one there for him. Adam said he could've of never made it without Sgt. Jacob Dones.
Sincerely,
Alex Beck
Judy Tenneyuque
November 2, 2005
To all of J.J's family. I did not know J.J, but I do know his Great Aunt Marty and just knowing her I can only imagine the person that J.J was. May god be with each of you during this difficult time.. Now J.J can sing with a Band of angles and all the fixens..God Bless Our Troops!!
Chuck Casey
November 1, 2005
The nation lost a great warrior, but the good Lord recieved a "GUARDIAN". Someone that I know who will protect the gates of heaven forever. Bro you will always be remembered in my heart and mind. I will not forget the friendship that we had and all the good times we shared. Until I see you again ADIOS AMIGO!!!!!!!
From Sgt Chuck & Kim Casey
Ft. Campbell, KY AIR ASSAULT!
Sondra Millman
November 1, 2005
To the Family and Friends of Jacob::::
No matter how old or how young, one life lost, is one life too many. We are just getting our lives back in order after losing our beloved Granddaughter, A1C Elizabeth N. Jacobson, the First Female Security Forces Blue Beret, who lost her life in Iraq, 9-28-05. She is now guarding the gates in Heaven while waiting for Jacob, and we want you to know that he will not be forgotten and hope that you will be as proud of him for serving as we were of Elizabeth. Without our children this Country would not be what it is today, whether from the first War for freedom until today's wars, we give our lives so Freedom can be obtained. I wish it was different, but unfortunately, it is going to be someone's loved one. May G-d bless our troops, and hopefully, someday Freedom and Peace will reign, so they all can be brought home safely.
No matter what type of accident or act of war, a loss of a child or friend is very traumatic, I know that it isn't much consolation, I hope that you know that there are others that feel your pain.
Elizabeth's motto was "We're only on Earth for a little while, so live life to the fullest and carry a smile."
Lisa Sears
October 31, 2005
We will always remember JJ as A wonderful caring Person and a great Hero. May God Be With You Brother!
Sears Family
Lisa Sears
October 31, 2005
We will alwaya remember JJ as A wonderful caring Person and a great Hero. May God Be With You Brother!
Sears Family
Dana Gonzales
October 28, 2005
I will miss JJ. He was a great Christian and a wonderful man. He always had a smile on his face and he was nice to everyone.
Love
Dana
Brandi Robles & family
October 26, 2005
We will miss you.
Martina Dones
October 26, 2005
Jacob D. Dones known by family as "JJ" or "Spider Monkey" (by his deceased Uncle Thomas Falcon). We will miss our fine young man who loved to sing, dance & family get togethers & the Army.
Love, Your Great-Aunt "Marty"
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